Continuous Improvement Manager | Newaygo, MI

Salary Range: $93,000 - $140,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Newaygo seeking Continuous Improvement Managers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Newaygo region seeking Continuous Improvement Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
• Develop, deliver, and coach employees on continuous improvement principles and tools.
• Identify and analyze operational inefficiencies and waste across manufacturing processes.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness of improvement initiatives.
• Drive the development and standardization of best practices and work procedures.
• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable process improvements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience leading continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent significant experience).
• Demonstrated expertise in Lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, VSM, SMED).
• Strong analytical, data-driven problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, training, and change management abilities.

Bonus Qualifications

• Prosci or other recognized Change Management certification
• Experience with advanced data visualization and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Demonstrated experience optimizing processes within an ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Lean Master certification or equivalent advanced Lean practitioner recognition

Job Titles That Should Apply

Continuous Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Lean Manager, Six Sigma Manager, Business Process Improvement Manager, CI Lead, Process Optimization Manager, Performance Improvement Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.